What to Do if you Are a Victim of Domestic Abuse
In the year ending March 2023, there were 1,453,867 domestic abuse-related incidents and crimes recorded by the police in England and Wales, according to data from the Office for National ...
17 June 2024
Family Team Spotlight: Alice Howells
Meet trainee solicitor Alice Howells, who has worked in Russell & Russell’s family law department for the past year.Here, Alice tells us what inspired her to pursue a career in ...
12 June 2024
New Leasehold Reforms Receive Royal Assent
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 received royal assent at the end of May, introducing a raft of provisions designed to give homeowners more rights, power, and protections over ...
4 June 2024
What To Do When Someone Dies
The death of a loved one is a very difficult time. In addition to managing your grief, there are certain steps that must be taken and many arrangements to be ...
17 April 2024
Judith Bromley Smashes Fundraising Target on Trek Across the Sahara
On 22 February 2024, Russell & Russell’s Wills and Probate consultant solicitor and former managing partner Judith Bromley swapped the grey skies of Bolton for the sun of the Sahara ...
20 March 2024
National Conveyancing Week 2024: Timeline to Buying a Home
Following on from the success of the inaugural National Conveyancing Week (NCW) in 2023, this year’s event is held from Monday 11 to Friday 15 March.In 2023, the focus was ...
11 March 2024
The Role of a Court of Protection Deputy
The Court of Protection is a specialist court that makes decisions on financial or welfare matters or appoints other people (‘Deputies’) to make decisions for people who lack the mental ...
4 March 2024
Calls for More Legal Rights for Cohabiting Couples
In the UK, cohabitation continues to grow in popularity, with many couples in the country choosing to live together instead of getting married or becoming civil partners.According to the Office ...
14 February 2024
Why Use a Solicitor to Make an LPA
The importance of making and registering a valid Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) cannot be understated.LPAs help individuals of all ages and backgrounds safeguard their futures by appointing someone to ...
6 February 2024
Tips for Dealing with Conflict on Divorce
Christmas is a time of great enjoyment for many people. However, for others, heightened financial pressures and spending a prolonged period with extended family can cause added tension and stress.For ...
25 January 2024
Conveyancing Team Spotlight: Richard Querelle
Conveyancing partner Richard Querelle tells us what inspired him to get into the law, how things have changed in the industry over the past two decades, and how he would ...
10 January 2024
The Changing Face of Bolton
Russell & Russell has deep roots in the North West of England. We are very proud of our past, and our firm enjoys a long history of providing quality legal ...
8 January 2024
Guide to Estate Planning: How to Ensure Your Legal Affairs Are in Order
The end of a year is always a good time to take stock and make resolutions for the year ahead.However, while some intentions fall by the wayside early on, other ...
21 December 2023
Personal Injury Claims at Christmas
Christmas is a magical time. However, the festive season also frequently witnesses a spike in personal injury claims.According to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), more than ...
20 December 2023
Family Team Spotlight: Klaudia Jagiela
In our latest team profile article, we learn more about trainee solicitor Klaudia Jagiela, who works in our Private Family Law team at our Bolton office.What is your job title ...
27 November 2023